L To Ku-Band 150 To 250W Gan Altx Block Upconverter (Buc) Operation & Maintenance Manual

L to Ku-Band 150 to 250W GaN
ALTX Block Upconverter (BUC)
Operation & Maintenance Manual

Preliminary Released
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
REVISION RECORD
Revision ECN # Description Date Approved
A Preliminary Release. 08 Jan 2019
B Lower Ku band added, 10MHz auto Sensing feature added. 14 May 2019
C Added extended power option 24 July 2019
CM Approval

ALTX Block Upconverter (BUC)
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Advantech Wireless Technologies Table of Contents
Table of Contents
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TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................................................................................................................................3
PREFACE .........................................................................................................................................................7
1. INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................................9
1.1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................................. 9

RECEIVING AND INSPECTION .................................................................................................................................. 11
1.2. PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................. 12
1.3. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................................. 12
2. INSTALLATION & OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................13
2.1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................................... 13

2.2. FEATURES .............................................................................................................................................. 13
2.3. OPTIONS ............................................................................................................................................... 14
2.4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................... 14
2.5. INTERFACES ........................................................................................................................................... 19
2.6. ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION.................................................................................................................. 22
2.7. LIFTING THE BUC INTO POSITION AND TEMPORARY ATTACHMENT ............................................................... 22
2.8. SECURING THE BUC ............................................................................................................................... 22
2.9. CABLE AND WAVEGUIDE INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................... 23
2.10. IF/RF CONVERSION AND AMPLIFICATION .................................................................................................. 24
2.11. CONTROL .............................................................................................................................................. 25
3. REDUNDANCY OPERATION ...............................................................................................................27
3.1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................................... 27

3.2. THE 1:1 REDUNDANT SYSTEM ................................................................................................................. 28
THE 1:2 REDUNDANT SYSTEM ............................................................................................................................... 30
REDUNDANT MODE CONTROL MECHANISM AND CRITERIA ........................................................................................ 32
Operating Modes ................................................................................................................................................. 32
Serial Interface Controls and Indicators ........................................................................................................... 33
3.3. REDUNDANCY SYSTEM ASSEMBLY............................................................................................................. 33
4. MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................................................34
4.1. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................................... 34

Procedure ............................................................................................................................................................. 34
BUC Cooling System Preventive Maintenance.................................................................................................. 34
Performance Check ............................................................................................................................................. 36
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................................. 36
Out-of Warranty Repair ...................................................................................................................................... 37
APPENDIX A (SERIAL PROTOCOL)................................................................................................1

4.2. OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................................... 2
4.3. DEFINITIONS AND ACRONYMS .................................................................................................................... 2
4.4. SCOPE ..................................................................................................................................................... 2
4.5. SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS LINK INTERFACE ................................................................................................. 3
4.5.1. CUSTOMER INTERFACE PORT CONFIGURATION ........................................................................................ 3
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4.5.2. CUSTOMER INTERFACE TRANSPORT MEDIUM........................................................................................... 3

4.6. COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL FRAMING ...................................................................................................... 3
4.6.1. SCI PACKET FRAME FORMAT ................................................................................................................. 3
4.6.2. SCI PACKET BYTE DESCRIPTION............................................................................................................. 4
4.6.3. DEFAULT ADDRESS VALUES ................................................................................................................... 5
4.6.4. CRC CALCULATION EXAMPLE ................................................................................................................ 5
4.6.5. COMMAND / REPLY PACKET SEQUENCING .............................................................................................. 5
4.6.6. DEFAULT REPLY PACKET FORMAT .......................................................................................................... 6
4.7. COMMAND LIST ....................................................................................................................................... 7
4.7.1. MONITOR COMMANDS ......................................................................................................................... 7
4.7.2. CONTROL COMMANDS ....................................................................................................................... 11
4.8. SETTINGS COMMANDS ............................................................................................................................ 14
4.9. NETWORK ACCESS COMMAND LIST .......................................................................................................... 17
4.9.1. GET NETWORK CONFIGURATION ......................................................................................................... 17
4.9.2. SET NETWORK CONFIGURATION ......................................................................................................... 19
4.10. REDUNDANT SYSTEM COMMAND LIST....................................................................................................... 21
4.10.1. REDUNDANT SYSTEM MONITOR COMMANDS ........................................................................................ 21
4.10.2. REDUNDANT SYSTEM CONTROL COMMANDS ........................................................................................ 24
4.11. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ...................................................................................................................... 25
APPENDIX B (ETHERNET INTERFACE).....................................................................................27

ACCESS VIA ETHERNET INTERFACE........................................................................................................................... 27
Required pre-setting on the PC. ................................................................................................................... 27
WEB ACCESS ....................................................................................................................................................... 28
HOME PAGE......................................................................................................................................................... 28
1. 1:1 Uplinks Redundancy telemetry .......................................................................................................... 30
2. Standalone BUC or BUC A, B or C in a redundancy system. ................................................................. 31
3. Link to the 1:2 Uplinks Redundancy telemetry. ...................................................................................... 32
4. Link to help page. ...................................................................................................................................... 33
5. Link to system alarm log page. ................................................................................................................ 34
7. Link to Ethernet parameter configuration .............................................................................................. 36
APPENDIX C (SNMP) .............................................................................................................................37
APPENDIX D (GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE) ...................................................................39

CONNECTION TO THE BUC SERIAL INTERFACE: ......................................................................................................... 39
M&C SOFTWARE FOR CONNECTION TO SYSTEM. ...................................................................................................... 40
1. SSPA tab. ..................................................................................................................................................... 41
2. Switch telemetry and control. .................................................................................................................. 42
3. Alarm status. .............................................................................................................................................. 42
4. Lo frequency setting. (Not applicable)..................................................................................................... 43
5. BUC comm. Address setting. .................................................................................................................... 44
6. COM monitor. ............................................................................................................................................ 45
7. Readme tab. ............................................................................................................................................... 45
APPENDIX E (SPARE PARTS)............................................................................................................47
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List of Tables
Table 1 – Abbreviations and Acronyms ........................................................................................... 11
Table 2 – Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 14
Table 3 – Mechanical Specifications ................................................................................................. 17
Table 4–Interface ................................................................................................................................ 20
Table 5 - AC Input Connector ............................................................................................................ 20
Table 6 - DC Input Not Applicable .................................................................................................... 20
Table 7 - RS485 M&C Connector Pin-outs ....................................................................................... 21
Table 8 - Redundant Interface Connector (Redundancy Option) ................................................. 21
Table 9 – Electrical Specifications ..................................................................................................... 27
Table 10 - Recommended Corrective Actions ................................................................................. 36
Table 11 – BUC connected to a PC / Laptop via Ethernet port. .................................................... 27
Table 12 – BUC connected to a local aria network via Ethernet port. ......................................... 27
Table 13–Interface .............................................................................................................................. 37
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List of Figures
Figure 1 - ALTX 150 to 250 Watt, GaN, Ku-Band Block Up Converter ............................................................. 9
Figure 2 – BUC Ordering Information. .............................................................................................................. 10
Figure 3 – Mechanical Specifications. ............................................................................................................... 17
Figure 3 - Mounting bracket option 1: Kit # MK-6990001-01. Mechanical Specifications ......................... 18
Figure 4 – Interface. ............................................................................................................................................ 19
Figure 5 - High Level Block Diagram of the BUC ............................................................................................. 24
Figure 6 – Redundant Kit Ordering Information ............................................................................................. 27
Figure 9 - 1:1 COLD STBY System Block Diagram ............................................................................................ 28
Figure 7 - 1:1 System mechanica....................................................................................................................... 29
Figure 10 - 1:2 System Block Diagram .............................................................................................................. 30
Figure 8 - 1:2 System mechanical ...................................................................................................................... 31
Figure 11 – Typical Cooling Fan Replacement ................................................................................................. 35
Figure 18) SCI Packet Frame Format................................................................................................................... 3
Figure 12 - RJ45 pin configuration. .................................................................................................................... 27
Figure 13 – User name. ...................................................................................................................................... 28
Figure 14 – Home page. ..................................................................................................................................... 29
Figure 15 – 1:1 Redundancy telemetry page. .................................................................................................. 30
Figure 16 – BUC telemetry page. ....................................................................................................................... 31
Figure 17 – 1:2 Redundancy telemetry page. .................................................................................................. 32
Figure 18 – Help page. Under development. ................................................................................................... 33
Figure 19 - Alarm Log events: (Non chronological events)............................................................................. 34
Figure 20 – L.O. Frequency select: (Not Aplicable) .......................................................................................... 35
Figure 21 - Configuration of the Ethernet parameters ................................................................................... 36
Figure 22 – BUC/RS485 to PC/RS232 Connection Diagram ............................................................................ 39
Figure 23 – BUC/RS485 to PC/USB Connection Diagram ............................................................................... 40
Figure 24 – BUC/RS232 to PC/RS232 Connection Diagram ............................................................................ 40
Figure 25 – SSPA tab. .......................................................................................................................................... 41
Figure 26 – SWITCH tab. ..................................................................................................................................... 42
Figure 27 – Alarm details tab. ............................................................................................................................ 42
Figure 28 – Lo frequency setting tab (Not Applicable).................................................................................... 43
Figure 29 – BUC comm. Address setting tab ................................................................................................... 44
Figure 30 – System COM monitor tab. ............................................................................................................. 45
Figure 31 – Readme tab ..................................................................................................................................... 45
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Preface Advantech Wireless Technologies
Preface
Scope
This document covers the installation, operation, and maintenance of the Advantech
Wireless Technologies L to Ku-Band 150 to 250W GaN ALTX Block Upconverter (BUC). It
contains information intended for engineers, technicians and operators working with the
BUC.
To make inquiries, or to report errors of fact or omission in this document, please contact
Advantech Wireless Technologies at (514) 694-8666.
IMPORTANT
Important information concerning the operation and care of this product, as well as
safety of authorized operators is highlighted throughout this document by one of the
following labels:
NOTE
Indicates a reminder, a special consideration, or additional
information that is important to know.
CAUTION
Identifies situations that have the potential to cause equipment
damage
WARNING!!
Identifies hazardous situations that have the potential to cause
equipment damage as well as serious personal injury.
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Introduction Advantech Wireless Technologies
1. Introduction
1.1. General Description
The BUC is a highly reliable, high quality, cost efficient unit designed for use in VSAT
applications. This line of products, using state of the art technology, is characterized by
unparalleled durability and dependability. The BUC also has high linearity and gain stability
over the full operating temperature range. The standard output operating frequency range
is 14.00 GHz to 14.50 GHz. Extended band frequency of 12.75 GHz - 13.25 GHz or
13.75 GHz - 14.50 GHz. Refer to Table 2 – Specifications. Others are available upon request.
L to Ku-Band 150 to 250W GaN ALTX Block Upconverter (BUC) has built in redundancy feature,
M&C, WEB page hosting and support Simple Network Management Protocol.
Figure 1 - ALTX 150 to 250 Watt, GaN, Ku-Band Block Up Converter
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Refer to figure 2 for BUC ordering Information
ALTX - YYYY XXG - 70 - 18 - X -1 X 5 1

: Referance; 0 = External, 1 = Internal, 2 = Auto Sensing
: Main Feed:
6 = 220 VAC Only
6F = 220 VAC Only with Field accessible fuse holder
: Typ. 70dB. Other option consult factory.
: Output power @ PSat
: Band; 1414 = Regular band: 14.00 to 14.50 GHz. LO = 13.05 GHz

1314 = Extended band: 13.75 to 14.50 GHz. LO = 12.80 GHz
1213 = Low band: 12.75 to 13.25 GHz. LO = 11.80 GHz
Figure 2 – BUC Ordering Information.
NOTE
Gain control and redundancy are standard features.
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Receiving and Inspection

For your reference, Table 1 lists the abbreviations and acronyms that may be included within
this document
Table 1 – Abbreviations and Acronyms
Abbreviatio Description Abbreviatio Description
n n
ALTX Advantech Transmitter OUT Output
BUC Block Up Converter PC Personal Computer
CMD Command Psat Power at Saturation
COM Common P1 Power at saturation minus 1 dB
CW Continuous Wave PSU Power Supply Unit
GaN Gallium Nitride RF Radio Frequency
GUI Graphical User Interface RL Return Loss
IF Intermediate Frequency RMA Return Material Authorization
IMD Inter Modulation Distortion SCI Serial Communication Interface
IN Input SNMP Simple Network Management
Protocol
L.O. Local Oscillator SSPA Solid State Power Amplifier
M&C Monitoring and Control VSAT Very Small Aperture Terminal
NC Normally Closed VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio
NO Normally Open WEB Worldwide Electronic Broadcast
OC Open Collector μC Micro-controller
USB Universal Serial Bus
CAUTION
Handle the BUC with extreme care. Excessive shock may damage
BUC’s delicate internal components.
WARNING!!
The BUC weighs approximately 57 lbs (26 kg). Two or more
individuals are required to lift and mount the BUC. Failure to observe
this warning may result in personal injury.
Inspect the BUC and all of the packaged items for damage, which might have occurred during
shipping. If any damage is found to the parts, submit a damage report to the Transport
Company.
If the contents are incomplete, or there is any evidence of improper packaging, notify
Advantech Wireless Technologies immediately.
Equipment Damage or Loss
Advantech Wireless Technologies is not responsible for damage or loss of equipment during
transit. For further information, contact the responsible transport carrier.
When declaring equipment as damaged during transit, preserve the original shipping cartons
to facilitate inspection reporting.
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Return of Equipment
When returning equipment to Advantech Wireless Technologies for repair or replacement:

1. Identify, in writing, the condition of the equipment,
2. Refer to the sales order, Purchase Order and the date the equipment was
received.
Notify Advantech Wireless Technologies Sales Administration Department of the equipment

condition and obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number and shipping
instructions. Advantech Wireless Technologies will pay for the cost of shipping the product to
the customer after the repairs are completed.
NOTE
Do not return any equipment without an RMA number. This is
important for prompt, efficient handling of the returned equipment
and of the associated complaint
1.2. Preparing for Installation

Before attempting to install or use the BUC, we recommend that you first familiarize yourself
with the product by reading through this manual. Understanding its operation will reduce the
possibility of incorrect installation, thereby causing damage or injury to yourself or others.
NOTE
The BUC must be installed in accordance with the conditions and
recommendations contained in the following sections.
When you are ready to begin your installation, use the information in Chapter 2 (Installation)
as a guide for making all the required electrical connections.
1.3. Safety Precautions

Carelessness or mishandling of the BUC module may damage the unit causing serious injury
to yourself or others. Please adhere to the following:
WARNING!!
Follow proper instructions to assemble the power cord (not supplied).
Improper power cord assembly may:
-Result in personal injury
-Void the warranty
-Cause damage to the units or related equipment
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Installation & Overview Advantech Wireless Technologies
2. Installation & Overview

This section describes the installation and theory of operation of the ALTX 150 to 250
Watt, GaN, Ku-Band Block Up Converter.
The Advantech Wireless Technologies BUC platform is a single box, AC or DC powered
solution for VSAT earth station providing up to 125W (P linear) in Ku-Band.
The BUC is equipped with an over temperature and over power shut down protection circuits.
The unit is incorporated in a housing with a cooling fan. The housing has been engineered to
assure proper heat dissipation and prevent over-heating of internal components. The BUC is
for outdoor use and is secured onto a mounting frame by up to four 5/16-inch mounting clear
holes.
With it’s built-in switching logic the BUC can be used in Redundant Systems. Simply adding
BUC’s and interconnecting them without the use of an external controller can create a 1:1 or
1:2 redundant configuration. Refer to Section 3 for additional information.
The user can monitor and control the operating parameters of the system by using either the
M&C serial port or the Ethernet interface ports.
The BUC is equipped with a waveguide flange for the RF Output, an N type connector for the
RF Input and Mil connectors for the redundancy, serial and Ethernet interface ports. The BUC
interfaces are all active and no configuration is required.
To prevent heat build-up and damage to the internal components, the BUC is equipped with
fans and ventilation openings. The ventilation openings allow the incoming air to come in
direct contact with the internal components of the BUC. The fan operates continuously while
the BUC is operating.
2.2. Features
 Compact design.
 20 dB gain adjustment.
 RS-232/485/Ethernet/SNMP user interface.
 WEB page hosting for comprehensive operation.
 Redundant-ready with no need for external redundancy controller.
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2.3. Options
 Redundancy Kit.
 10MHz internal reference.
If an external 10 MHz reference signal is not available, it is possible to equip the
unit with an internal reference signal. In this way, only an L band signal from the
modem is necessary at the input IF port. As a side benefit, a simple attenuator can
be used at the input feed if a lower L band input is desired - normally for a muxed
input (L band with 10 MHz), consideration must be given to not excessively
attenuate the 10 MHz signal.
The 10 MHz signal is provided by an oven zed oscillator for good frequency stability
versus temperature. Allow at least 10 minutes for the internal oven to stabilize
and to provide a stable output frequency.
 10MHz Auto sensing. Will switch to internal reference if no 10MHz is present on the
feed.
 Mounting bracket.
2.4. Technical Specifications

The following tables summarize the specifications of the ALTX 150 to 250 Watt, GaN, Ku-
Band Block Up Converter family. Most specifications are common through the BUC family of
products. Where there is a difference between models, the tables list the specifications for
each option.
Table 2 – Specifications
RF Performance
Output Frequency Range Standard band: 14.00 GHz– 14.50 GHz
Extended band: 13.75 GHz– 14.50 GHz
Low band: 12.75 GHz– 13.25 GHz
IF Frequency Range Standard band: 950 MHz– 1450 MHz
Extended band: 950 MHz– 1700 MHz
Low band: 950 MHz– 1450 MHz
Conversion Type Single, fixed L.O, non-inverting
L.O Frequency Standard Band: 13.05 GHz
Extended Band: 12.8 GHz
Low Band: 11.8 GHz
Frequency Sense Positive
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Output Power GaN Output Power GaAs

Output Power @ P Sat Output Power @ N/A N/A
Plin
52 dBm nom. 49 dBm nom. N/A N/A
53 dBm nom. 50 dBm nom.
54 dBm nom. 51 dBm nom.
Linear Gain at room temperature 75dB nom.

Gain Stability
<5.0 dB p-p.
(over temperature @ fixed frequency)
Gain Variation
<2.0 dB p-p over 36 MHz
(over frequency @ fixed temperature
IM3 (39 dB) -24 dBc max. at room temperature
Requirement for External Reference
Frequency 10 MHz (sine-wave)
Power ±0 dBm + 5dB
-140 dBc/Hz max. @ 1 kHz

Phase Noise
Internal Reference (Option) Requires warm up period of up to 15 minutes at cold
L.O Phase Noise. -70 dBc/Hz, max. @ 1 kHz
-80 dBc/Hz, max. @ 10 kHz
-90 dBc/Hz, max. @ 100 kHz
Spurious In-band. <-50 dBc, max @ 14.0 to 14.5 GHz
Noise figure. <20 dB
Input Impedance. 50 ohms nominal
Input V.S.W.R. 2.0:1 max.
Output return loss. <-17 dB.
Output Load V.S.W.R. for Non Damage. 1.5:1, max. Infinite at any angle with no damage
Main voltage Requirement.
150 to 200W GaN units 90 to 264Vac (7) 50 to 60Hz
250W GaN units 190 to 264Vac (6) 50 to 60Hz
Absolute Maximum Power.
GaN
150W 1600W max.
200W 1650W max.
250W 1700W max.
Mute internally built. Shuts off the BUC when L.O. unlocked
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Status LED. ST RED =Alarm, GREEN = Operational

Over temperature shutdown. Factory set.
Mute. Disconnecting 10MHz ref.
M&C
Mute control. Via M&C or disconnecting 10MHz ext.
Gain control. Via M&C, with 20 dB dynamic range
Temperature Monitor. Via M&C
Summary Alarm Status. Via M&C
Output Power Detection. Via M&C, with 20 dB dynamic range
Out Of Lock alarm status. Via M&C
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Table 3 – Mechanical Specifications
Mechanical Specifications
Package. Outdoor, weather resistant
Size. 17.0” X 5.5” X 15.25” (432mm X 140mm X 387mm)
Weight. 57 lbs (26 kg)
Figure 3 – Mechanical Specifications.
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Figure 4 - Mounting bracket option 1: Kit # MK-6990001-01. Mechanical Specifications
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2.5. Interfaces
Customer interface can be found on two faces of the BUC. See figure 5.
J6 J4 J1
J2
F1 J3
F2
3
2
1
GND
Figure 5 – Interface.
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Table 4–Interface
ITEM Name Description

J1 RF input N-type connector (female)
J2 RF output Cover 75G wave guide
J3 AC (Line power) Circular MS3102R16-10P
J4 User RS-485/232/Ethernet/ User Circular MS3112F14-19P
Discrete interface
J6 Redundancy interface (OPTIONAL) Circular MS3112F14-15P
Redundancy function comprising:
Switch monitoring and control
BUC summary alarm monitoring
BUC redundancy position.
1 Status LED Green OK, Red ALARM
2 LO OFF =13.50GHz, (Standard)
(OPTIONAL) YELLOW = 12.80GHz (Extended)
3 LO selection switch LO select button is hidden underneath a
(OPTIONAL) protective screw next to the LED. Using a slim
pick, depress the button to toggle operation
between these two modes. Always reinstall the
protective screw with the rubber gasket after
band selection. Leaving this hole open allows
contaminants to enter and may damage the
BUC.
F1&F2 Main FUSE (OPTIONAL) Field replaceable fuse.
GND Ground connection Must be tie to earth.
Table 5 - AC Input Connector
AC input - J3 - MS3102R16-10P
PIN Name Description
A Live
90 to 264Vac (7) 50 to 60Hz
B GND
C Neutral 190 to 264Vac (6) 50 to 60Hz
Table 6 - DC Input Not Applicable
DC input - J3 – Not applicable

PIN Name Description
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Table 7 - RS485 M&C Connector Pin-outs
User RS-485/232/Ethernet/User Discrete interface - J4 MS3112E14-19P

PIN NAME DESCRIPTION
A Tx+
B Tx- RS-485 Interface
RS-485
C Rx+ Half Duplex
D Rx-
E Tx
F Rx RS-232 RS-232
G GND
H ETx+
J ETx-
K ERx+ ETHERNET ETHERNET
L ERx-
M E_GND
N ALARM NO Sum Alarm NO Pin N Opens From Pin P on Alarm
P ALARM COM Sum Alarm COM
R ALARM NC Sum Alarm NC Pin R Closes From Pin P on Alarm
S Mute IN To Mute short Pin S to Pin T
Mute CMD
T MUTE RTN
Table 8 - Redundant Interface Connector (Redundancy Option)
Redundant Interface - J6 - MS3112E14-15P

PIN NAME DESCRIPTION
A CAN_H
CONTROLLER AREA NETWORK BUS
B CAN_L
C ADD-0
D GND
E ADD-1
REDUNDANT SYSTEM CONFIGURATION MANAGEMENT
F GND
G ADD-2
H GND
J SUM_ALARM_OUT
DEVISE SUMMARY ALARM OUTPUT
K GND
L SUM_ALARM_A_IN UNIT A SUMMARY ALARM INPUT
M GND GND
N SUM_ALARM_C_IN UNIT C SUMMARY ALARM INPUT
P +12V_OUT
+12V @ 200mA OUTPUT (SWITCH CONTROL)
R GND
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The IF input and RF monitor connections each require a coaxial cable with an N-Type male
connector. The RF output requires a waveguide with a WR75G cover flange. An O-ring seals
the waveguide connection. On the BUC, J4 connector is used for the discrete interface, Serial
and the Ethernet interface. J3 is used to power the BUC.
Up to (4) ¼” screws can be used to fasten the BUC onto system. (4) #4-40 screws and their
respective lock washers are required for each waveguide connection. The mating connectors,
hardware and O-rings are supplied in the shipping container with the BUC.
2.6. Assembly and Installation

Use the information in this section as a guide to assemble and install the BUC.
CAUTION!
Only authorized technical personnel should perform the Installation
and proper electrical hookups of the BUC.
NOTE
An O-ring shall be used to seal each waveguide connection.
Coax Sealing Tape should be used on all connection.
2.7. Lifting the BUC into Position and Temporary Attachment

The BUC weighs approximately 57 lbs, which may be handled by two people. Remove all
plastic caps from the connectors. Lift the BUC. The BUC is now ready for permanent
attachment.
2.8. Securing the BUC

Secure the BUC on to the mounting frame using the hardware described in section 2.6.
Attach the proper cable or waveguide for IF input and RF output to the corresponding
connector of the BUC. Refer to figure 4 and 5.
NOTE
The connectors are labeled clearly and has different pin layout. Refer
to the figure 4 and 5. It is impossible to incorrectly install the mating
connectors.
The BUC requires a steady flow of air. To provide a sufficient airflow,
the BUC shall be properly oriented, with the deepest heat sink fins
facing up, and mounted with a minimum clearance of 5.0 inches on
all sides of the. Adequate cooling for the BUC will provide years of top
performance
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2.9. Cable and Waveguide Installation

Install all cables and waveguides as follows:
WARNING!
Use only the recommended RF and electrical cables and connectors,
when making connections. Observe the correct polarity when
connecting the power cable connector to the power supply mains.
Failure to observe this warning may result in personal injury and
damage to the BUC.
1. Align the BUC output waveguide flange with the mating flange of the antenna
waveguide feed.
2. Using the O-ring and hardware provided seal the waveguide connection.
3. Torque flange screws to 16 inch-pounds (1.8 N-m).
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WARNING!
Before powering up the BUC, the waveguide output port must be
terminated to the antenna or a high power 50-ohm load. Failure to
terminate the output port may result in personal injury and damage
to the BUC.
4. Attach the appropriate cables for the RF input, RF monitor, and the M&C interfaces
on to the corresponding connectors of the BUC. (Refer to drawing in Appendix A).
5. Torque the N-type connectors to 12 inch-pounds (1.36 N-m).
6. Attach the main power cable to J3 connector.
2.10. IF/RF Conversion and Amplification

The BUC translates the L-band signal in the 950 MHz to 1450 MHz (950 MHz-1700 MHz) range
to the Ku-Band in the 14.00 GHz to 14.50 GHz (12.75 GHz to 13.25 GHz) (13.75 GHz to 14.50
GHz) range. With a small signal gain of approximately 75dB the BUC amplifies the signal to
produce 125W (P linear) output power. It maintains high quality signal integrity due to the
low noise characteristics of its local oscillator and the linearity of the components used in the
conversion, filtering and amplification processes. The L-Band Input signal and 10MHz
reference are fed to the BUC via the coaxial connector.
GaAs transistors, as well as other microwave components within the RF Amplifier, are used
to provide the necessary gain, low insertion loss and required rated power. The RF output
signal is transmitted through the WR75G waveguide to the VSAT antenna feed.
The main elements of the BUC are illustrated in the high-level block diagram of Figure 6.
IF Input RF Out
M&C Interface and LO Freq.

M&C Interface Cooling FAN
Switching Logic
MAIN AC to DC
10 MHz Ext.
Reference
Figure 6 - High Level Block Diagram of the BUC
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2.11. Control
The transmitter has an M&C interface. All control and monitor signals are translated within
the micro-controller and then passed through the M&C interface.
The control system can provide the following M&C functions:
 System Alarm: when an amplifier is not functioning properly.
 Mute Control or disconnecting the 10MHZ input
 Output power monitoring
 Temperature Monitoring
 Out of lock alarm monitoring.
 Alarm log.
 Serial Protocol is described in appendix A.
 WEB pages are described in detail in Appendix B.
 SNMP described in detail in Appendix C.
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Redundancy Operation Advantech Wireless Technologies
3. Redundancy Operation
BUC’s equipped with “redundant ready” with the addition of the redundant kit components,
can be used in the 1:1 model MK-6990004-03 or 1:2 model MK-6990016-03 Redundant
System, Advantech Wireless Technologies System input is feeding only the online BUC. All
monitoring and control of the redundancy switch is contained within the BUC.
NOTE
Redundancy Kits are sold separately.
MK-6990004-03
1:1 Cold redundant (system input is feeding only the online BUC)
MK-6990016-03
1:2 Cold redundant (system input is feeding only the online BUC)
Figure 7 – Redundant Kit Ordering Information
Table 9 – Electrical Specifications
Parameters Specifications
Input IF Frequency 950 MHz to 1700 MHz
Output RF Frequency 12.75 GHz to 14.50 GHz
Reference Frequency 10MHz, -5 to +5 dBm level from modem.
BUC Supply Refer to table 2
Output Power Refer to table 2
Conversion Gain Refer to table 2
Input Return Loss -12 dB nominal
Output Return Loss -16dB max.
Switching Time 250 msec max.
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3.2. The 1:1 Redundant System

It is designed to provide redundancy backup for one on-line main path unit. It consists of two
BUCs, one on-line, one on standby, one waveguide switch with all the necessary W/G, a coax
cable, termination and a control cable.
The 1:1 can be configured for cold or hot STBY. It must be specify when ordering.
It performs manual or automatic “switch-to-backup” of the system’s on-line path BUC.
The 1:1 system output port is WR75G
1+1 Cold STBY Redundant system
RS232/RS485/Ethernet M&C
Main in J3 J4
BUC A J2
J1 J6
Coaxial Cable
J1
3000123-xx-xx-xx J4
P1 P1
P2 P2
L-Band IF In RF Out
J3
P3 P3
J2 J1
Coaxial Cable
J6
J1
BUC B J2
Main in J3 J4
Figure 8 - 1:1 COLD STBY System Block Diagram
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Figure 9 - 1:1 System mechanical
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The 1:2 Redundant System

It is designed to provide redundancy backup for two on-line main path units. It consists of
tree BUCs, two on-line, one on standby, two waveguide switch with all the necessary W/G, a
coax cable, termination and a control cable.
The 1:2 is a cold redundancy type. It performs manual or automatic “switch-to-backup” of the
system’s on-line path BUC.
The 1:2 system output ports are WR75G
1:2 Redundant system
MAIN J3 J4
PA A J2 W/G
Coaxial Cable
J1 J6
J1
P1 J4 P1
P2 P4 CTRL P2
IN#1 RF Out#1
Switch Cable J3
P3 P3
J2 J1
SW CTRL
J6
J1
W/G
PA B [STBY] J2
MAIN
J3 J4 W/G
P4 RS232/RS485/Ethernet M&C J6 P4
P1
IN#2 P1
RF Out#2
P3 J5 P3
P2 P2
J7
J1
SW CTRL
Coaxial Cable J6
J1
J2 W/G
PA C
MAIN J3 J4
Figure 10 - 1:2 System Block Diagram
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PORT 2 PORT 1
PORT 1 PORT 3 PORT 4 PORT 2
PORT 4 PORT 3
VIEW C VIEW D RF SWITCH RF SWITCH

PORT LOCATION PORT LOCATION
VIEW C VIEW D
SCALE: 1:4 SCALE: 1:4
8.35 in [212.0 mm]

21.00 in [533.4 mm] 21.00 in [533.4 mm]
31.50 in [800.1 mm]
9.58 in [243.3 mm] 9.56 in [242.9 mm] 9.56 in [242.9 mm]
14.50 in [368.3 mm]
45.73 in [1161.6 mm]

25.50 in [647.7 mm]
UNIT A UNIT B UNIT C
P6
PORT 4 PORT 3
18.00 in [457.2 mm] 18.00 in [457.2 mm] 18.00 in [457.2 mm] 3.60 in [91.5 mm]
3.00 in [76.2 mm]
PORT 1 PORT 4
PORT 3
PORT 2
PORT 2 PORT 1
] 1.75 in [44.5 mm]
mm
9.8 6.00 in [152.4 mm]
in [Ø
. 39
Ø0
RF SWITCH RF SWITCH
PORT LOCATION PORT LOCATION
VIEW A VIEW B
SCALE: 1:4 SCALE: 1:4
4.00 in [101.6 mm]
5.00 in [127.0 mm]
8.31 in [211.2 mm]
VIEW A VIEW B
61.00 in [1549.4 mm]
67.50 in [1714.5 mm]
Figure 11 - 1:2 System mechanical
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Redundant Mode Control Mechanism and Criteria

There is no hierarchy in the 1:1 system, any of the PAs, A or B can be on-line indistinctively, if
there is no alarm issued. However in a 1:2 configuration unit B is dedicated backup.
The following events will automatically switch the traffic of the “on-line” faulty BUC to the
Standby BUC:
 BUC Summary Alarm.
 Lost connection on the redundancy interface
 Total power failure (the BUC is off)
The 1:1 system will remain in the automatic after a switch over. The 1:2 system will drop to
manual mode after the switch over occurs. In both 1:1 and 1:2 configuration, there will be no
switch over when the faulty BUC returns to normal operation.
NOTE
In the 1:2 configuration the operator must manually put the online
BUC back on air and set the system back to auto mode after the
failure as been resolved.
Operating Modes
In a redundant configuration, switching operation can be MANUAL or AUTO (automatic).

These modes are defined as:
MANUAL - switching occurs in response to operator actions.
AUTO - switching occurs in response to internal control program logic
NOTE
The system default power-up mode is AUTO.
Auto Mode
In Auto mode, the system controls the redundant switching feature in response to detected
alarms.
Manual Mode
Manual mode can be entered via the user serial or Ethernet M&C interface of any of the
system BUCs. It can be used for the purpose of Maintenance/Test or in the case of Auto
Control mechanism failure.
NOTE
Manual mode inhibits the automatic switching in case of an alarm.
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Serial Interface Controls and Indicators
The following sections summarize the control and indicators that are available on the M&C
interface. For additional details, refer to the serial protocol documentation in Appendix B or
WEB page hosting appendix C.
Controls via M&C Interface
 Mute Control
 Gain Control
The following controls are available only in redundancy configuration.
 Switch Toggle Control
 Auto/Manual Control
Indicators via Serial Interface
 BUC Summary Alarm
 Mute Status
 BUC Temperature
 BUC output Power
 BUC Gain reporting
The following indicators are available only in redundancy configurations
 Redundant system configuration (1:1) (1:2)
 Auto/Manual
 BUC Redundancy Status (active/stand by; stand alone);
 BUC Position in the System (A/B/C)
 Switch position status
 Switch Alarm status
3.3. Redundancy System Assembly

For the Redundancy System assembly diagrams, parts lists and connections refer to the
assembly drawing supplied with the kit.
The system allows manual redundancy control for maintenance purposes or in cases the
redundancy controller misdiagnoses the system status. This override can be done in two
different ways:
 Manual remote control via M&C: use commands force switch side A / force switch side
B to force and keep the switch on the corresponding side.
 Manual local control: change the redundancy switch position using the control knob
located on the Switch.
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Maintenance Advantech Wireless Technologies
4. Maintenance
This chapter contains information on how to maintain, troubleshoot and repair the BUC. The
BUC is extremely reliable, requiring very little preventive maintenance, or repair. Should
there be a malfunction, this chapter also contains technical information to help diagnose
basic failures.
4.1. Preventive Maintenance
Procedure
WARNING!
Shut down the BUC before any maintenance is attempted. Failure to
observe this precaution may result in personal injury. This includes
the removal of any RF power originating from other system
components. Never exceed the maximum safe RF input level of +10
dBm or permanent damage to the BUC may result.
BUC Cooling System Preventive Maintenance
Preventive maintenance requires checking the performance of the BUC cooling system. No
electrical or mechanical adjustments are required for normal operation.
Repeated thermal alarms reported from the BUC may indicate that the fans are failing or
debris is obstructing the ventilation openings. Clean the ventilation openings with a brush.
The fans are the least reliable items in the BUC. Wearing of the fan bearings will cause the
RPM to drop and will create a higher than average heat-sink temperature. If the thermal
alarm still persists, replace both fans. It is recommended to replace both fans after 2 years of
service.
The cooling system was designed so that the fan can be easily replaced. Refer to Figure 12
below.
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Figure 12 – Typical Cooling Fan Replacement
To replace the fan, perform the following:

Remove the 12 screws, lock washers and flat washers from the shroud on both sides of the
BUC. Keep all fasteners for installation later.
1. Gently take off the plate of the BUC.
2. Locate the fan power connector within the pocket of the BUC heat sink fins
and note their positions.
3. Carefully disconnect the fan power connector from the cable assembly
attached to the BUC. A small tool to depress the locking tab may be useful.
4. Fully remove the plate from the BUC. Clean any debris away from within the
BUC heat sink fins.
5. Remove the four nuts, screws, lock washers and flat washer securing the fan
to the inside of the plate. Keep all fasteners for installation later. Note the
positions of the fans along with the direction of the airflow indicating arrows.
6. Reinstall the replacement fan with finger guard onto the inside of the shroud
using the fasteners previously removed.
NOTE
Always use the same original airflow direction when replacing fans .
7. Reconnect the fan power connector to the cable assembly attached to the
BUC.
8. Angle the plate onto the BUC and store any excess fan cable length within the
pocket of the BUC heat sink fins. The fan power cable will exit up out of the
heat sink fins. Place the connectors in their original locations.
9. Place the plate flat into place onto the BUC. Align and reinstall the shroud
using the fasteners previously removed.
The BUC is now ready for operation and no other periodic maintenance is required.
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Performance Check
Verify the system is properly set up as per Chapters 2 and 3. The power output at 1 dB
compression shall be measured for evaluating the performance of the BUC.
It is recommended to measure the following parameters for ensuring that the BUC is in
good working condition:
 Gain and Gain flatness
 RF load VSWR and RF source VSWR
 Two-Tone Intermodulation Distortion
 Return Loss at the RF input and RF output of the BUC
Using a Source and an IF input signal level within the small signal region of the BUC, measure
the power level at the RF input and RF output. Refer to the outline drawing in Appendix A.
Plot the swept response on a test data sheet. From the plot, determine gain and gain flatness.
With an IF Input signal level within the small signal region of the BUC, measure the VSWR
(Return Loss) at the RF input and RF output. Refer to the outline drawing in Appendix A. Plot
the swept return loss for both the IF Input and RF Output signals on a test data sheet. From
the plot determine the return loss.
From the output power measurements determine P1dB. Record value on a test data sheet.
Measure the Two-tone Intermodulation Suppression using two equal signals separated by 5
MHz. Record value on test data sheet.
Troubleshooting
WARNING!!
Cable connection and disconnection shall be done carefully to avoid
physical damage to the cables and connectors, which may cause
intermittent problems in the future.
Use Table 10 to quickly isolate a fault within the BUC. If the BUC is defective, notify Advantech
Wireless Technologies and follow the process detailed in section 1.
Table 10 - Recommended Corrective Actions
Symptom Action
Fails performance test Check power source, RF source, 10 MHz source, cabling
and connectors. Check for clogged fan and debris in
heat sink fins. Clean thoroughly. If fan is warm, replace
fan. If BUC is defective, return to Advantech Wireless
Technologies.
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Out-of Warranty Repair
A non-warranty and out-of-warranty repair service is available from Advantech Wireless

Technologies for a nominal charge. The customer is responsible for paying the cost of
shipping the BUC both to and from Advantech Wireless Technologies for these repairs.
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Appendix A Advantech Wireless Technologies
Appendix A (Serial Protocol)
Serial Communication Protocol Specification

for
High Power Amplifiers
and
Up-Link Redundancy Systems
4.2. Overview
This Appendix describes the communication protocol used to communicate with Advantech
Wireless Technologies power amplifiers and their redundant systems, including:
 C- X- Ku-band BUC & SSPA

 Redundant systems
4.3. Definitions and Acronyms
The following terms appear throughout this document:

CM: Control Module.
Controller: The microprocessor-based card and associated embedded
software which handles all communications between the
customer interface and the amplifier.
CRC: Cyclic Redundancy Check
Customer Interface Port: The interface port through which the device used by the
customer will interact with the Control Module.
Customer Interface Device: The interface device used by the customer to interact with
the Control Module (i.e. typically a modem or PC).
PC: Personal Computer.
RF: Radio Frequency.
SCI: Serial Communications Interface.
SSPA: Solid State Power Amplifier.
BUC: Block Up Converter.
PA: Power Amplifier
4.4. Scope
This Appendix covers all aspects of the communication protocol which are required for the
customer to develop a controlling device (typically a PC application program or modem) to
interface with the Advantech product.
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4.5. Serial Communications Link Interface
4.5.1. Customer Interface Port Configuration
The customer interface port of the controller is configured as follows:

Baud Rate: 19200bps
Data bits: 8
Stop bits: 1
Parity: None
HW Control None
4.5.2. Customer Interface Transport Medium

The customer interface transport medium for this product may be configured for RS485
half duplex (2-wire) or RS232. Please refer to the specific table in the user manual for pin
allocations.
4.6. Communication Protocol Framing
4.6.1. SCI Packet Frame Format
The packets exchanged with the master controller will have the following format (regardless of
direction):
Packet Frame Format:
MSB
LSB
Dest/Src
STX Cmd/Len Data CRC ETX
Address
MSB LSB
Data Format: Data1 Data2 Datan-1 Datan
Figure 13) SCI Packet Frame Format
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4.6.2. SCI Packet Byte Description
 STX is the start transmission byte (defined as 0x7E). This byte is used to determine the
start of a packet.
 Dest/Src Address contains the destination address in the high nibble and the source
address in the low nibble. The destination address is the address of the device which
is to process the packet. The source address is the address of the device which sent
the packet. Note that the device address of the customer interface device is always =
0x0F.
 CMD/Len contains the packet command in the high nibble and the number of bytes
in the data portion of the packet in the lower nibble.
The following commands may be sent by the customer interface device:
GET (command high nibble = 0x0) Request the current value of a database
element.
SET (command high nibble = 0x1) Set the database element to the specified value.
The following commands may be returned to the customer interface device:
UPD (command high nibble = 0x8) Return the current value of a database element.
ACK (command high nibble = 0xE) Acknowledge a received packet.
NACK (command high nibble = 0xF) Reject a received packet (Not ACKnowledge).
 Data1 - Datan contains the packet payload. The value of the data bytes is specific to the
command and will be covered in following sections.
 CRC is the cyclic redundancy check and is calculated by performing a byte-wise

exclusive OR of the Dest/Src address byte, Cmd/Len byte and all data bytes. A bit-wise
inversion is then applied to the CRC before being inserted into the packet. Refer to
4.6.4 CRC Calculation Example.
 ETX is the end transmission byte (defined as 0x7F). This byte is used to determine the
end of a packet.
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4.6.3. Default Address Values
The customer interface device (e.g. a PC) must always be assigned address 0xF.
Standalone PA: a standalone PA defaults to address 0xA. The main controller will always
respond to address 0xF. So communication with a standalone PA can be established using
address 0xA or address 0xF.
Redundant system: in a redundant system, upon connecting the redundancy cable, the
address of the unit is automatically set to 0xA for unit A and 0xB for unit B (for 1:2 config, unit
C is set to address 0xC). Communication has to be established using addresses 0xA, 0xB (or
0xC), respectively.
4.6.4. CRC Calculation Example
To send a command to read the temperature (database element =

0x0606) from unit A (device address 0x0A), the command is:
7E AF 02 06 06 52 7F
Dest/Src = 0xAF 1010 1111

XOR
CMD/Len = 0x02 0000 0010
= 1010 1101
XOR
Data1 = 0x06 0000 0110
= 1010 1011
XOR
Data2 = 0x06 0000 0110
= 1010 1101
Perform bitwise
= 0101 0010 = 0x52 CRC
inversion of final result:
4.6.5. Command / Reply Packet Sequencing
The main control module will only send a packet to the customer interface device in response
to a packet received from the customer.
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4.6.6. Default Reply Packet Format
This section identifies the packet format of the ACK (Acknowledge) and NACK (Not acknowledge) replies which may be sent to the customer
interface device in response to a received command.
NOTE: The packets shown in the list below are based on the assumption that the master controller device address is set to 0xA for unit A and
0xB for unit B (in 1:2 config, unit C is set to address 0xC). Any unit will reply to address 0xF in standalone mode. To modify the commands for
different addresses, the Dest/Src byte and the CRC byte will have to change in all packets. In the following: X = main controller serial address
and ZZ = CRC.
Reply Packet Format Explanation Interpretation Examples
ACK (Acknowledge) 7E FX E0 ZZ 7F Acknowledge that the received X = Device address of the packet source 1) reply: 7E FF E0 E0 7F
packet was properly processed. device.
ACK reply sent from the main control module
(address 0xF)
2) reply: 7E FA E0 E5 7F
ACK reply sent from unit A
NACK (Not Acknowledge) 7E FX F1 YY ZZ 7F Indicate that a problem was X = Device address of the packet source 1) reply: 7E FF F1 03 F2 7F
encountered with the received device.
NACK reply sent from the main control module
packet.
(address 0xF) for an invalid CRC
YY = Error code:
02 = Incorrect no of bytes for the command. 2) reply: 7E FA F1 18 EC 7F
03 = Incorrect CRC. NACK reply sent from unit A for an

unrecognized command
18 = Unrecognized command.
30 = Set command attempted on a

protected element.
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4.7. Command List
4.7.1. Monitor Commands
This section identifies the list of commands available to monitor the status of the units.
NOTES:
1. The packets shown in the list below are based on the assumption that the master controller device address is set to 0xA for unit A and 0xB
for unit B (in 1:2 config, unit C is set to address 0xC). Any unit will reply to address 0xF in standalone mode. To modify the commands for
and ZZ = CRC.
2. In case of error, a NACK reply will be received. Refer to section 4.6.6 for possible error codes.
3. Shaded cells contain legacy commands that can be replaced by global commands (defined later in the table).
Command Possible Replies Interpretation Examples
Get Mute Status Update Mute Status: MM = 0x00 if unmuted, 0x01 if muted. 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 06 01 55 7F
reply: 7E FA 84 06 01 00 00 86 7F
7E XF 02 06 01 ZZ 7F 7E FX 84 06 01 00 MM ZZ 7F Unit A is enabled (unmuted).
Query for mute status 2) cmd: 7E CF 02 06 01 35 7F
reply: 7E FC 84 06 01 00 01 81 7F
Unit C is muted.
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Get Alarm Status Update Alarm Status: WW YY: alarm bit map. 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 10 FF BD 7F
This packet will be automatically sent upon any change (if alarm reply: 7E FA 84 10 FF 80 04 EA 7F
broadcast is enabled), where:
7E XF 02 10 FF ZZ 7F 7E FX 84 10 FF WW YY ZZ 7F Unit A over temperature alarm is declared.
Unit A summary alarm is declared.

WW bitmap is defined as:
Query for alarm status
Bits 0-5: -5V bias fail alarm status
Bit 6: Over current alarm status (if applicable)
Bit 7: Summary alarm status (0 = no critical alarm; 1 = critical

alarm)
YY Bitmap is defined as:
Bit 0: PLL out of lock alarm status
Bit 1: Not used
Bit 2: Over temperature alarm status
Bit 3: Internal CAN communication alarm status
Bit 4: RF output power overdrive alarm status
Bit 5: Low RF output power warning status
Bit 6: Power supply alarm status (dc volt out of range)
Bit 7: Low input dc voltage alarm status (if applicable)
Get Temperature Update Temp: TT TT = signed number representing 10 * temperature in deg C. 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 06 06 52 7F
reply: 7E FA 84 06 06 01 95 15 7F
7E XF 02 06 06 ZZ 7F 7E FX 84 06 06 TT TT ZZ 7F Unit A temp = 0x0195 = 0d405, 405/10 = 40.5oC
Query for unit temperature
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Get Gain Update Gain: GG GG = 10 * Gain in dB. 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 06 07 53 7F
reply: 7E FA 84 06 07 02 8A 08 7F
7E XF 02 06 07 ZZ 7F 7E FX 84 06 07 GG GG ZZ 7F Unit A gain = 0x028A = 0d650, 650/10 = 65.0 dB
Query for gain
Get Output Power Update Output Power: PP PP = 10 * Output power in dBm. 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 16 FF BB 7F
reply: 7E FA 84 16 FF 01 2C 45 7F
7E XF 02 16 FF ZZ 7F 7E FX 84 16 FF PP PP ZZ 7F Unit A power = 0x012C = 0d300, 300/10 = 30.0 dBm
2) cmd: 7E CF 02 16 FF DB 7F
Query for output power
reply: 7E FC 84 16 FF 01 F9 96 7F
Unit C power = 0x01F9 = 0d505, 505/10 = 50.5 dBm
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Get PA Status Update PA Status Updates global status of the unit, where: 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 FF 09 A4 7F
reply: 7E FA 8B FF 09 01 80 04 03 66 02 08 00 C8 5A 7F
7E XF 02 FF 09 ZZ 7F 7E FX 8B FF 09 MM WW YY TT MM = mute status; 0x00 if unmuted, 0x01 if muted. Unit A:

TT GG GG PP PP ZZ 7F
WW YY = alarm status, see below* for bit definitions. Mute status = 01; muted
Query for global status TT TT = signed number representing 10 * temperature in deg C. Alarm bits = 0x8004; Over temperature alarm
parameters (mute status,
GG GG = 10 * Gain in dB. Temp = 0x0366 = 0d870; 870/10 = 87 oC
alarms, temperature, gain,
output power) PP PP = 10 * Output power in dBm. Gain = 0x0208 = 0d520; 520/10 = 52.0 dB
Output power = 0x00C8 = 0d200; 200/10 = 20.0 dBm

This command replaces the *Alarm bit definitions:
above 5 legacy commands. WW bitmap is defined as:
Bits 0-5: -5V bias fail alarm status
Bit 6: Over current alarm status (if applicable)
Bit 7: Summary alarm status (0 = no critical alarm; 1 = critical

alarm)
YY Bitmap is defined as:
Bit 0: PLL out of lock alarm status
Bit 1: Not used
Bit 2: Over temperature alarm status
Bit 3: Internal CAN communication alarm status
Bit 4: RF output power overdrive alarm status
Bit 5: Low RF output power warning status
Bit 6: Power supply alarm status (dc volt out of range)
Bit 7: Low input dc voltage alarm status (if applicable)
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Get Alarm Log History Update Alarm Log History Returns a log of previous alarm history status. 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 FF 11 BC 7F
reply: 7E FA 85 FF 11 80 04 01 EB 7F
7E XF 02 FF YY ZZ 7F 7E FX 85 FF YY LL LL UU ZZ 7F LL LL = Alarm bytes: Unit A earliest alarm:
Bitmap corresponds to PA alarm, system alarm or switch alarm 01: PA A

bitmap as defined in this document.
Query for last 5 alarm events 80 04: Over temperature alarm.
UU = Code byte:
YY = alarm events from 2) cmd: 7E BF 02 FF 15 A8 7F
earliest to latest, as follows: This byte defines where the alarm occurred, as follows:
reply: 7E FB 85 FF 15 81 00 03 E9 7F
11: alarm event 1 01: PA;
Unit B latest alarm:
12: alarm event 2 02: N/A;
03: System
13: alarm event 3 03: system;
81 00: switch 1 communication alarm.
14: alarm event 4 04: switches.
15: alarm event 5
4.7.2. Control Commands
This section identifies the list of commands available to control the units.
NOTES:
and ZZ = CRC.
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Mute / Unmute ACK MM = 0x00 to unmute; 0x01 to mute. 1) cmd: 7E AF 14 13 01 00 00 56 7F
Refer to section 4.6.6 reply: 7E FA E0 E5 7F
7E XF 14 13 01 00 MM ZZ 7F ACK received from unit A.
Unmute unit A.
Enable / disable RF output
Set Gain ACK GG GG = 10 * required Gain in dB. 1) cmd: 7E AF 14 06 07 02 BC FB 7F
7E XF 14 06 07 GG GG ZZ 7F ACK received from unit A.
Set unit A gain to 0x02BC = 0d700, 700/10 = 70.0 dB
Specify gain
Set Frequency Band ACK SS: frequency band (in dual-band units), where: 1) cmd: 7E AF 13 FF 18 00 A4 7F
7E XF 13 FF 18 SS ZZ 7F 0: regular band 14000-14500 MHz (LO freq: 13050 MHz) ACK received from unit A.
1: extended band 13750-14500 MHz (LO freq: 12800 MHz) Set unit A LO freq to regular band
Choose frequency band
(regular or extended) 2) cmd: 7E AF 13 FF 18 01 A5 7F
reply: 7E FA E0 E5 7F
ACK received from unit A.
Set unit A LO freq to extended band
Set IF Frequency ACK YY YY = IF frequency in MHz. 1) cmd: 7E AF 14 17 FF 03 B6 19 7F
7E XF 14 17 FF YY YY ZZ 7F Note: setting the system IF frequency will provide a more ACK received from unit A.
accurate output power reading.
Set unit A IF freq to 0x03B6 = 950 MHz
Set IF frequency
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Set Unit Serial Address ACK YY: unit serial address 1) cmd: 7E FF 14 03 04 00 0B 18 7F
Refer to section 4.6.6 reply: 7E FF E0 E0 7F
7E FF 14 03 04 00 YY ZZ 7F Notes: ACK received.
1. This command is always sent to the broadcast address 0xF. Address set to 0x0B.
The unit addresses are 2. The address can be set to any value from 0x00 to 0x0E, but in
automatically set to 0x0A, 0x0B redundant configuration, the cable will define the unit
or 0x0C in redundant addresses to 0x0A, 0x0B or 0x0C upon connection.
configuration
Reset Alarms ACK YY YY = any value will reset the alarms, for example 00 00. 1) cmd: 7E AF 14 06 0B 00 00 49 7F
7E XF 14 06 0B YY YY ZZ 7F ACK received from unit A.
Alarms reset on unit A.
Reset all latched alarms
Clear Alarm Log ACK YY YY = any value will reset the alarm log, for example 00 00. 1) cmd: 7E AF 14 06 20 00 00 62 7F
7E XF 14 06 20 YY YY ZZ 7F This command will clear all alarm history from the controller ACK received from unit A.
memory.
Alarm log history reset.
Clear all alarm log history

Note that in redundant configuration, alarm history will be
cleared in all units.
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4.8. Settings Commands
This section identifies the list of commands available to query the unit settings information.
NOTES:
and ZZ = CRC.
Get SW Version Update SW Version Global software version. 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 FF 00 AD 7F
YY YY YY YY = SW version base number. reply: 7E FA 8A FF 00 00 21 61 42 00 01 30 31 72 7F
7E XF 02 FF 00 ZZ 7F 7E FX 8A FF 00 YY YY YY YY GG GG GG = SW version configuration. The resulting software version is:

GG RR RR ZZ 7F
RR RR = SW version revision (in ASCII). 216142-01-R01
Query Main Control Module

for SW version
Get unit serial address Update Frequency setting YY: unit serial address, default: 0x0A 1) cmd: 7E FF 02 03 04 05 7F
reply: 7E FF 84 03 04 00 0A 89 7F
7E FF 02 03 04 ZZ 7F 7E FF 84 03 04 00 YY ZZ 7F Note that the serial address query is sent to the broadcast unit serial address is 0x0A
address 0xF
Query for serial address
Rev C Page 14
Get Unit LO Frequency & Tx Update LO Frequency and Tx L1 L2 Unit LO freq in MHz 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 FF 17 BA 7F
Freq Band Freq Band
M1 M2 – M3 M4 Tx freq band in MHz reply: 7E FA 88 FF 17 13 24 16 DA 19 19 9E 7F
7E XF 02 FF 17 ZZ 7F 7E FX 88 FF 17 L1 L2 M1 M2
M3 M4 ZZ 7F LO freq = L1 L2 = 0x1324 = 4900 MHz
M1 M2 = 0x16DA = 5850 MHz

Query for LO frequency and
M3 M4 = 0x1919 = 6425 MHz
Tx frequency band
So, Tx freq band = 5850 – 6425 MHz
Get Unit Frequency Band Update LO Frequency and Tx SS: frequency band (in dual-band units), where: 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 FF 18 B5 7F
(regular or extended) Freq Band
reply: 7E FA 83 FF 18 00 61 7F
0: regular band 14000-14500 MHz (LO freq: 13050 MHz)

7E XF 02 FF 18 ZZ 7F 7E FX 83 FF 18 SS ZZ 7F
1: extended band 13750-14500 MHz (LO freq: 12800 MHz) 0x00: regular band
Query for frequency band
Get IF Frequency Update IF Frequency YY YY = IF frequency in MHz. 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 17 FF BA 7F
reply: 7E FA 84 17 FF 03 B6 DC 7F
7E XF 02 17 FF ZZ 7F 7E FX 84 17 FF YY YY ZZ 7F Note: setting the system IF frequency will provide a more Unit A IF freq = 0x03B6 = 950 MHz
accurate output power reading.
Query for IF frequency 2) cmd: 7E AF 02 17 FF BA 7F
reply: 7E FA 84 17 FF 05 DC B0 7F
Unit A IF freq = 0x05DC = 1500 MHz
Get Tx Frequency Update Output Frequency YY YY = Tx frequency in MHz. 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 06 18 4C 7F
reply: 7E FA 84 06 18 38 A4 03 7F
7E XF 02 06 18 ZZ 7F 7E FX 84 06 18 YY YY ZZ 7F Unit A Tx freq = 0x38A4 = 14500 MHz
Query for Tx frequency
Rev C Page 15
Get input dc voltage value Update input dc voltage VV VV = input dc voltage in 0.1 Volts 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 19 FF B4 7F
value
reply: 7E FA 84 19 FF 00 EE 89 7F
7E XF 02 19 FF ZZ 7F
7E FX 84 19 FF VV VV ZZ 7F
Input voltage = 0x00EE = 0d238/10 = 23.8 V
Query for input dc voltage

value
Get minimum gain setting Update minimum gain value GG GG: Minimum gain value in 0.1 dB 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 04 F9 AF 7F
Reply: 7E FA 84 04 F9 01 F4 89 7F
7E XF 02 04 F9 ZZ 7F 7E FX 84 04 F9 GG GG ZZ 7F
Minimum allowable gain setting = 0x1F4 = 0d500/10 =

50.0 dB
Query for minimum gain
value
Get maximum gain setting Update maximum gain value GG GG: Maximum gain value in 0.1 dB 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 04 FB AD 7F
Reply: 7E FA 84 04 FB 02 BC C0 7F
7E XF 02 04 FB ZZ 7F 7E FX 84 04 FB GG GG ZZ 7F
Maximum allowable gain setting = 0x2BC = 0d700/10 =

70.0 dB
Query for maximum gain
value
Rev C Page 16
4.9. Network Access Command List
4.9.1. GET Network Configuration
This section identifies the list of commands available to query the network configuration.
NOTES:
and ZZ = CRC.
Get MAC Address Update MAC Address Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 = 6 bytes representing the MAC address. 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 FF 20 8D 7F
reply: 7E FA 88 FF 20 00 04 A3 00 00 00 F5 7F
7E XF 02 FF 20 ZZ 7F 7E FX 88 FF 20 Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 The MAC address is 00:04:A3:00:00:00

Y6 ZZ 7F
Query MAC Address
Get Host Name Update Host Name Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 Y7 Y8 Y9 Y10 Y11 = 11 bytes representing the 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 FF 21 8C 7F
Host Name (in ASCII).
(Net Bios Name) reply: 7E FA 8D FF 21 4D 54 43 30 39 31 33 31 30 30 31
07 7F
7E FX 8D FF 21 Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5
Y6 Y7 Y8 Y9 Y10 Y11 ZZ 7F The Host Name is 4D 54 43 30 39 31 33 31 30 30 31 in
7E XF 02 FF 21 ZZ 7F
ASCII = MTC09131001
Query Host Name
Rev C Page 17
Get DHCP Configuration Update DHCP Configuration Update Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Setting 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 06 31 65 7F
YY = 00 DHCP disabled reply: 7E FA 84 06 31 00 01 B7 7F
7E XF 02 06 31 ZZ 7F 7E FX 84 06 31 00 YY ZZ 7F YY = 01 DHCP enabled DHCP is enabled.
Query Dynamic Host 2) cmd: 7E AF 02 06 31 65 7F

Configuration Protocol
reply: 7E FA 84 06 31 00 00 B6 7F
Setting
DHCP is disabled.
Rev C Page 18
4.9.2. SET Network Configuration
This section identifies the list of commands available to change the network configuration.
NOTES:
and ZZ = CRC.
Set Host Name ACK Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 Y7 Y8 Y9 Y10 Y11 = 11 bytes for Host Name (in 1) cmd: 7E AF 1D FF 21 4D 54 43 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38
ASCII). C1 7F
(NetBios Name) Refer to section 4.6.6
reply: 7E FA E0 E5 7F (Ack)
Note that this command will cause a reset of the controller in The Host Name is set to 4D 54 43 31 32 33 34 35 36 37
7E XF 1D FF 21 Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 order to restart with the new host name. 38 (in ASCII) = MTC12345678
Y6 Y7 Y8 Y9 Y10 Y11 ZZ 7F
Controller will be reset in order to restart with the new

Set Host Name
host name.
Set DHCP Configuration ACK Set Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Configuration 1) cmd: 7E AF 14 06 31 00 01 72 7F
Refer to section 4.6.6 YY = 00 disable DHCP reply: 7E FA E0 E5 7F (Ack)
7E XF 14 06 31 00 YY ZZ 7F YY = 01 enable DHCP DHCP is enabled.
Set Dynamic Host Note that this command will cause a reset of the controller in 2) cmd: 7E AF 14 06 31 00 00 73 7F
Configuration Protocol order to restart with the new configuration.
reply: 7E FA E0 E5 7F (Ack)
Setting
DHCP is disabled.
Rev C Page 19
Restore Default Values ACK This command enables DHCP and restores the following 1) cmd: 7E AF 14 06 30 00 00 72 7F
parameters to their factory default values:
Refer to section 4.6.6 reply: 7E FA E0 E5 7F (Ack)
7E XF 14 06 30 00 00 ZZ 7F  Host Name  IP Address
 Gateway  Subnet Mask Controller will be reset in order to restart with the new
configuration.
Restore Network  Primary DNS  Secondary DNS
Configuration Default Values
Note that this command will cause a reset of the controller in
order to restart with the new configuration.
Rev C Page 20
4.10. Redundant System Command List
4.10.1. Redundant System Monitor Commands
This section identifies the list of commands available ONLY IN CASE OF A REDUNDANT SYSTEM to monitor the redundant system and switches status.
NOTES:
1. The packets shown in the list below can be sent to address 0xA for unit A or 0xB for unit B (or 0xC for unit C in 1:2 config). The system status
can be queried from any unit. To modify the commands for different addresses, the Dest/Src byte and the CRC byte will have to change in all
packets. In the following: X = main controller serial address and ZZ = CRC.
Command Packet Format Interpretation Examples
Get Redundant System Update Redundant System WW = System status, bitmap defined as follows: 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 FF 08 A5 7F
Status Status:
reply: 7E FA 86 FF 08 00 02 00 01 77 7F
Bit 0: System configuration: 0 = 1:1 config; 1 = 1:2 config.
System in 1:1 redundant configuration, manual mode
7E XF 02 FF 08 ZZ 7F 7E FX 86 FF 08 00 WW 00 YY ZZ Bit 1: Operation mode: 0 = auto; 1 = manual.
7F RF switch 1 in position A
Bits 2-6: Not used.
Bit 7: Stand-alone bit: 0 = redundant config; 1 = stand-alone.
Rev C Page 21
Query controller for system YY = Switch position, bitmap defined as follows:

mode & configuration and
switch position
Bits 1,0: RF switch 1 position.
Where:
00: switch is stuck between 2 positions or disconnected.
11: undetermined position.
01: switch in position A.
10: switch in position B.
Bits 3,2: RF switch 2 position (in 1:2 config)
Where:
00: switch is stuck between 2 positions or disconnected.
11: undetermined position.
01: switch in position C.
10: switch in position B.
Bits 4-7: Not used.
Rev C Page 22
Get System and Switches Update System and Switches VV WW = System alarm status: 1) cmd: 7E AF 02 FF 0C A1 7F
Alarm Status Alarm Status:
reply: 7E FA 86 FF 0C 10 00 00 00 60 7F
VV = Bitmap as follows:
Manual mode warning
7E XF 02 FF 0C ZZ 7F 7E FX 86 FF 0C VV WW 00 YY ZZ Bit 0: Switch 1 communication alarm
No switch alarms
7F
Bit 1: Switch 2 communication alarm (in 1:2 config)
Query controller for current Bit 2: Unit B CAN bus communication alarm
system and switches alarms
Bit 3: Unit A CAN bus communication alarm
Bit 4: Manual mode warning
Bit 5: Unit C CAN bus communication alarm (in 1:2 config)
Bit 6: Not used
Bit 7: System summary alarm
WW = Bitmap as follows:
Bit 0: Unit A summary alarm
Bit 1: Unit B summary alarm
Bit 2: Unit C summary alarm (in 1:2 config)
Bits 3-7: Not used
YY = Switches alarm status, bitmap defined as follows:
Bit 0: RF switch 1 out of position
Bit 1: Not used
Bit 2: RF switch 1 unable to move
Bit 3: RF switch 2 out of position (in 1:2 config)
Bit 4: Not used
Bit 5: RF switch 2 unable to move (in 1:2 config)
Bits 6-7: Not used
All alarm and warning bits:
0 = no alarm or warning; 1 = alarm or warning.
Rev C Page 23
4.10.2. Redundant System Control Commands
This section identifies the list of commands available ONLY IN CASE OF A REDUNDANT SYSTEM to control the switch and the redundancy mode.
NOTES:
1. Note that the switch control commands are sent to unit B (address 0xB). In a 1:1 configuration, these packets can be sent to unit A or unit B.
2. In the following: X = main controller serial address and ZZ = CRC.
Set Auto/Manual ACK Select system operation mode (automatic or manual): 1) cmd: 7E BF 14 06 03 00 01 50 7F
operation mode
Refer to section Set system in manual mode
4.6.6 YY: 00 = auto mode (default); 01 = manual mode

7E XF 14 06 03 00 YY ZZ 7F
2) cmd: 7E BF 14 06 03 00 00 51 7F
Set system in auto mode
Drive switches ACK Drive a switch to the required position. 1) cmd: 7E BF 14 06 09 00 01 5A 7F
Refer to section Drive RF switch 1 to side A.
7E XF 14 06 09 WW YY ZZ 7F 4.6.6 WW = switch to drive:
00: RF switch 1. 2) cmd: 7E BF 14 06 09 00 02 59 7F
01: RF switch 2 (in 1:2 config). Drive RF switch 1 to side B.
YY = switch new position:
01: drive to side A (side C for switch 2).
02: drive to side B.
Toggle switches ACK Alternate the position of a switch. 1) cmd: 7E BF 14 06 0A 00 00 58 7F
Rev C Page 24
Refer to section Toggle RF switch 1.
7E XF 14 06 0A 00 YY ZZ 7F 4.6.6 YY = switch to toggle:
00: RF switch 1.
01: RF switch 2 (in 1:2 config).
4.11. Troubleshooting Guide

Problem Possible Remedies
No response at all from the control module. 1) Ensure the cable assembly is wired properly (refer to pin definitions table in the user manual)
and that it is properly connected between the control module customer interface port and
the customer device.
2) Verify that the com port parameters are as specified in 4.5.1 Customer Interface Port
Configuration.
3) Ensure the user has administration privileges on the PC to change the com port settings. If
not, make sure the com port baud rate is set at the correct value.
4) Confirm that the customer interface cable is connected to the correct PC com port.
5) Ensure that there are no other applications executing on the same com port.
6) If using RS485, ensure port (or converter) is set to half duplex (2-wire configuration), and that
echo is turned off.
7) Ensure that external RS485 converter has its own power supply.
8) Disable “Fast flush” property on the RS485 converter, if available (Moxa converter Uport).
9) If using a control module address other than 0xF, then verify the proper Device Address. Note
that the control module will respond to all commands received with destination address 0xF.
10) If the transport medium is RS485 half duplex, note that some PC cards require software
control of the RS485 transmit and receive buffer enable lines. The software in the customer
device may need to coordinate the enabling /disabling of these buffers. It is also possible that
the timing between the transition needs to be adjusted.
11) Ensure the control module is powered on.
Packet response is not as expected. 1) Confirm that the Destination / Source address byte is not inverted (i.e. Destination address is
in the upper nibble, source address is in the lower nibble).
Rev C Page 25
Reply packet is incomplete. 1) If software control of the transmit and receive buffer enable lines is required (RS485 half
duplex), then it is possible that the timing between the transition needs to be adjusted.
1) Try using default IP address 169.254.1.1.

Ethernet communication cannot be established.
2) Using the serial interface, check the network configuration parameters (host name and DHCP
configuration).
Rev C Page 26
Appendix B Advantech Wireless Technologies
Appendix B (Ethernet Interface)
Access via Ethernet Interface.

Note:
Each unit is shipped with a unique host name and the DHCP function enabled.
Required pre-setting on the PC.
You must configure an Ethernet interface on your computer before you can access the BUC
via Ethernet.
Following cable configurations are possible:
Table 11 – BUC connected to a PC / Laptop via Ethernet port.
From Cable colors
To RG45 Cable colors
BUC J4 Name Description EIA/TIA 568B
Pin EIA/TIA 568A
Pin or AT&T 258A
White with green strip White with orange stripe
K 1 TX+ Transmit Data+
Green with white stripe Orange with white stripe

L 2 TX- Transmit Data-
or solid green or solid orange
White with orange stripe White with green stripe
H 3 RX+ Receive Data+
Orange with white stripe Green with white stripe

J 6 RX- Receive Data-
or solid orange or solid green
Table 12 – BUC connected to a local aria network via Ethernet port.

From Cable colors
To RG45 Cable colors
BUC J4 Name Description EIA/TIA 568B
Pin EIA/TIA 568A
Pin or AT&T 258A
White with green strip White with orange stripe
H 1 TX+ Transmit Data+
Green with white stripe Orange with white stripe

J 2 TX- Transmit Data-
or solid green or solid orange
White with orange stripe White with green stripe
K 3 RX+ Receive Data+
Orange with white stripe Green with white stripe

L 6 RX- Receive Data-
or solid orange or solid green
Figure 14 - RJ45 pin configuration.
Rev C Page 27
Web Access
From your web browser address bar type in the serial number preceded with “http//”
Figure 15 – User name.
Home page
Nine different pages can be selected from the HOME page:
1. Link to the 1:1 Uplinks Redundancy telemetry.
2. Link to Standalone BUC or BUC A / B / C in a redundancy system.
4. Link to help page.
5. Link to system alarm log page.
6. LO frequency selection page. (OPTIONAL)
7. Link to Ethernet parameter configuration.
Rev C Page 28
Link to
HOME page
Link to the 1:1
Uplinks
Redundancy Link to help page
telemetry
Link to system
Link to alarm log page
Standalone BUC
or BUC A in a
redundancy LO frequency
system selection page
Link to BUC B Link to Ethernet

in a redundancy parameter
system configuration
Link to BUC C System Type;

in a redundancy Standalone
system Uplink Redundancy
1:1 or 1:2
Link to the 1:2
Uplinks BUC model number
Redundancy and spec
telemetry
Figure 16 – Home page.
Rev C Page 29
1. 1:1 Uplinks Redundancy telemetry
Online BUC is in green
To change mode, select

by clicking on the circle
Than click on the SET

button.
ToToswitch
switch
overover
to ato
position,
a position,
selectselect
by
clicking
by clicking
on theon circle.
Than
theclick
circle.
on the SET
button.
Than click on the
SET button.
Figure 17 – 1:1 Redundancy telemetry page.
 Auto / manual control: let you set between automatic switching of the failed online
BUC to the backup or manual switching between the two BUC.
 Chain A / B control: Let you, in manual mode, switch BUC A or BUC B to the output.
 Uplink switch alarm: Switch stock in between position, Switch as not turn on
command or it as stop communicating with the system.
 BUC A / B status: “Active” when its output is routed to the antenna. “Standby” when
its output is routed to the load.
Rev C Page 30
2. Standalone BUC or BUC A, B or C in a redundancy system.
To MUTE or UNMUTE,
select by clicking on the
circle.
If gain CTRL is available Than click on the SET

type in the gain you want. button.
Than click on the SET To input in memory.

button.
To reset the alarm select

here.
Than click on the RESET

ALARM button.
Figure 18 – BUC telemetry page.
 Output Power: Display the output detector value in dBm.

 Temperature: Display the BUC Hot spot temperature in degree Celsius.
 Input Voltage: Not Available on this model.
 Gain: display the BUC Gain in dB.
 Input frequency: Not measured. Memory value.
 Mute: Display the BUC Mute status. (Mute or Unmute)
 Summary alarm: Display BUC internal system failure. (OK or FAULT)
 Mute control: Let you set between MUTE and UNMUTE the output power.
 Gain control: Let you set the output gain of the BUC. 20dB range. (Fixed = not
adjustable)
 Input frequency: For reference only.
 Out of lock alarm: 10MHz reference is missing.
 RF Over Power alarm: On when the BUC as exceeded the output power set point.
 Temperature alarm: The BUC hot spot as exceeded 87 degree Celsius.
 Input voltage alarm: Not Available on this model.
Rev C Page 31
Figure 19 – 1:2 Redundancy telemetry page.
 Auto / manual control: let you set between automatic switching of the failed online
BUC to the backup or manual switching between the two BUC.
 Chain A / B / C control: Let you, in manual mode, switch BUC A / B or C to the output.
 Uplink switch 1 and 2 alarm: Switch stock in between position, Switch as not turn on
command or it as stop communicating with the system.
 BUC A / B / C status: “Active” when its output is routed to the antenna. “Standby”
when it’s output is routed to the load.
Rev C Page 32
4. Link to help page.
Figure 20 – Help page. Under development.
Rev C Page 33
5. Link to system alarm log page.
To clear the Log, Check this

box before than select Reset
Alarms.
Figure 21 - Alarm Log events: (Non chronological events)
 Unit A / B / C alarm Log: Last 5 alarm on Standalone BUC or BUC A in the redundancy
system.
 Switch 1 and 2 alarm log: Last 5 alarm on the SWITCH in the redundancy system.
 Clear alarm log button: Will clear the alarm log. (It is recommended to clear the
alarm log after installation.)
Note:
During transitory state like power up momentary alarm condition
may occurs and show up in the log. It is recommended to clear the
log after power up.
Note:
Alarm log is lost when the unit is powered off
Rev C Page 34
6. LO frequency selection page. (Not Aplicable).
For fixed LO unit the Band of

operation will be displayed
To select the L.O., Check the

circle before than select Set.
Figure 22 – L.O. Frequency select: (Not Aplicable)
 Band 1: IF Band: 950-1450 MHz, 14.00-14.50 GHz, LO Freq: 13.05 GHz.

Rev C Page 35
NOTE
Changes to network configuration of this devise must be done by
authorized personnel. Mis-configuration of this product could cause a
Network failure.
7. Link to Ethernet parameter configuration
Figure 23 - Configuration of the Ethernet parameters
 Unit serial number: Read only. Factory set. Each unit have a unique number
 MAC Address: Read only. Factory set. Each unit has a unique address.
 Host Name: Configurable. Factory default, the Unit serial number.
 Enable DHCP: Configurable. Factory default, Enable.
 IP Address: Configurable. Factory default, 169.254.1.1
 Gateway: Configurable. Factory default, 169.254.1.1
 Subnet Mask: Configurable. Factory default, 255.255.0.0
 Primary DNS: Configurable. Factory default, 169.254.1.1
 Secondary DNS: Configurable. Factory default, 0.0.0.0
Rev C Page 36
Appendix C Advantech Wireless Technologies
Appendix C (SNMP)
SNMP
The BUC supports SNMP Version 1 protocol and can be accessed using a Network
Management System (NMS) software. The MIB file “XXX-BUC-MIB” is provided to be loaded to
the SNMP manager MIB directory. For the MIB file please consult Advantech Wireless
Technologies.
The following configuration is used for the BUC:
Table 13–Interface
Default IP address: 169.254.1.1

Host name: The unit’s serial number Preceded by “v”
Port 161
Traps Disabled (Can not be enabled)
MIB file XXX-BUC-MIB.mib
Through SNMP, the BUC parameters can be monitored and controlled both in standalone
and in redundant configuration.
Note
SNMP traps are disabled. (Cannot be enabled)
Rev C Page 37
Appendix D Advantech Wireless Technologies
Appendix D (Graphical User Interface)
GUI
The Graphical User Interface utility can be used when longer distance between the system
and the monitoring devise are required. A PC or laptop equipped with a RS485 serial port
adapter will allow longer length of cable.
Connection to the BUC serial Interface:

M&C port can be RS232 or RS485 interface. The RS232 cable cannot exceed 10ft. However the
RS485 can use longer cable between the system and the monitoring devise.
The RS485 cannot be directly connected to RS232 port on a computer. To make it work, RS485 to
RS232 or USB converter that supports half-duplex mode is needed. We recommend using the
following converters:
 For connection to the comm. port use B&B Electronics part number 4850T9L (RS232
to RS485). This converter must be used with AC power pack B&B ELECTRONICS part
number 485PS2.
 For connection to the USB port use B&B ELECTRONICS part number USOPTL4. No
AC power pack is needed.
You can use 22-28 AWG shielded twisted pairs cable to make the M&C cable W1.
Refer to figure 24 and 25 shows a wiring diagram to connect the RS485 Converter to the M&C
connector of the BUC.
W1
J4
BUC
R/Tx+ A Rx+
R/Tx- B Rx- Tx Rx
R/Tx+ C Tx+ RS485/RS232 Rx Tx PC
Converter
R/Tx- D Tx- GND GND
GND
Figure 24 – BUC/RS485 to PC/RS232 Connection Diagram
W1
J4
BUC
R/Tx+ A Rx+
R/Tx- B Rx-
R/Tx+ RS485/USB USB PC
C Tx+ USB
Converter
R/Tx- D Tx-
GND
Rev C Page 39
Figure 25 – BUC/RS485 to PC/USB Connection Diagram
W1
J4
BUC Rx
Tx E
Rx F Tx PC
GND G GND
Figure 26 – BUC/RS232 to PC/RS232 Connection Diagram
Note
RS232 cable cannot exceed 10ft
M&C Software for connection to System.
Use the GUI software file: BUC-PA GUI – Rev x.y
To use the GUI on your PC proceed as follows:

1. Extract all files from the zip file into a folder on your PC
2. Start BUC-PA GUI - Rev x.y.exe
3. Click on “Set Serial Port” button on the lower left corner.
4. In the COM: window, choose the COM port used.
5. Click on “SetComPort” button.

6. Close the Serial Port window.
The GUI will open at the SSPA page.
Rev C Page 40
The GUI offers seven tabs that contained varius telemetry and settings.
1. SSPA telemetry and control.

2. Switch telemetry and control.
3. Alarm status.
4. Lo frequency setting. (If applicable)
5. BUC comm. Address setting.
6. COM monitor.
7. Read me file.
1. SSPA tab.
Redundancy status:
BUC Online, STBY or Alarm
Switch OK or Alarm
System graphical status. Switch #1 toggle.
Switch #2 toggle.
System mode display and System type.

setting.
Will reset all latched
alarms on all devises.
If gain CTRL is available

type in the gain you want.
To input in memory. Will reset latched alarms

on specific BUC.
BUC Alarm telemetry.
BUC telemetry.
To MUTE or UNMUTE
the specific BUC.
Figure 27 – SSPA tab.
Rev C Page 41
2. Switch telemetry and control.
Switch comm. Bus status.

OK or Alarm.
Online BUC.
Switch #1 toggle.
Will reset latched alarms

on specific Switch.
Figure 28 – SWITCH tab.
3. Alarm status.
BUC firmware version.
BUC Alarm details.
Figure 29 – Alarm details tab.
Rev C Page 42
4. Lo frequency setting. (Not applicable).
To select the L.O., Check the

circle before than select Set.
Figure 30 – Lo frequency setting tab (Not Applicable).

Rev C Page 43
5. BUC comm. Address setting.
Will give you the address of

the BUC connected.
Display the address of the BUC Will change the address of the
connected. BUC connected.
Select possible address.
Figure 31 – BUC comm. Address setting tab
Note
In redundant mode the address is defaulted to the units position in
the system.
Note
Disconnect all other BUC before changing address.
If not it will result in conflict between unit and data lost.
Rev C Page 44
6. COM monitor.
Display the data exchanged

between the PC and the system.
Figure 32 – System COM monitor tab.
7. Readme tab.
Display the color legennd
Figure 33 – Readme tab
Rev C Page 45
Appendix E Advantech Wireless Technologies
Appendix E (Spare Parts)
SPARE PARTS
Appendix D can be copied and used as a fax form to order the required spare parts. Please
make sure to include all identifying information to facilitate the processing of your order. The
order may also be sent via email or regular mail delivery, at the following address.
Advantech Wireless Technologies

16715 Boulevard Hymus
Kirkland, Québec, H9H 5M8

Canada
Email: sales@advantechwireless.com
For additional information, please contact our customer service department at:
(514) 694-8666
Rev C Page 47
Appendix E Advantech Wireless Technologies

Spare Parts Order Form ALTX Block Upconverter (BUC)
From:
Place By: Signature:
Telephone:
Fax Email:
Part Description Part Number Quantity Unit Price* Line Total*
* To be completed by Advantech Wireless Technologies Sales Department
Email: sales@advantechwireless.com
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C Added extended power option 24 July 2019

L to Ku-Band 150 to 250W GaN

TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................................................................................................................................3

1.1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................................. 9

2. INSTALLATION & OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................13

2.1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................................... 13

3. REDUNDANCY OPERATION ...............................................................................................................27

3.1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................................... 27

4.1. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................................... 34

APPENDIX A (SERIAL PROTOCOL)................................................................................................1

4.5.2. CUSTOMER INTERFACE TRANSPORT MEDIUM........................................................................................... 3

APPENDIX B (ETHERNET INTERFACE).....................................................................................27

APPENDIX C (SNMP) .............................................................................................................................37

APPENDIX D (GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE) ...................................................................39

APPENDIX E (SPARE PARTS)............................................................................................................47

1.1. General Description

Figure 1 - ALTX 150 to 250 Watt, GaN, Ku-Band Block Up Converter

Refer to figure 2 for BUC ordering Information

ALTX - YYYY XXG - 70 - 18 - X -1 X 5 1

: Typ. 70dB. Other option consult factory.

: Output power @ PSat

: Band; 1414 = Regular band: 14.00 to 14.50 GHz. LO = 13.05 GHz

Figure 2 – BUC Ordering Information.

Receiving and Inspection

Equipment Damage or Loss

When returning equipment to Advantech Wireless Technologies for repair or replacement:

Notify Advantech Wireless Technologies Sales Administration Department of the equipment

1.2. Preparing for Installation

1.3. Safety Precautions

2. Installation & Overview

2.4. Technical Specifications

Output Power GaN Output Power GaAs

Linear Gain at room temperature 75dB nom.

Power ±0 dBm + 5dB

-140 dBc/Hz max. @ 1 kHz

Status LED. ST RED =Alarm, GREEN = Operational

Table 3 – Mechanical Specifications

Figure 3 – Mechanical Specifications.

Figure 4 - Mounting bracket option 1: Kit # MK-6990001-01. Mechanical Specifications

ITEM Name Description

Table 5 - AC Input Connector

Table 6 - DC Input Not Applicable

DC input - J3 – Not applicable

Table 7 - RS485 M&C Connector Pin-outs

User RS-485/232/Ethernet/User Discrete interface - J4 MS3112E14-19P

Table 8 - Redundant Interface Connector (Redundancy Option)

Redundant Interface - J6 - MS3112E14-15P

2.6. Assembly and Installation

2.7. Lifting the BUC into Position and Temporary Attachment

2.8. Securing the BUC

2.9. Cable and Waveguide Installation

2.10. IF/RF Conversion and Amplification

M&C Interface and LO Freq.

Figure 6 - High Level Block Diagram of the BUC

Figure 7 – Redundant Kit Ordering Information

Table 9 – Electrical Specifications

Input IF Frequency 950 MHz to 1700 MHz

Output RF Frequency 12.75 GHz to 14.50 GHz